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Business Upturn
12 hours ago
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Bad Monkey Season 2: Release date rumors, cast updates and what to expect next
Alright, Bad Monkey fans, if you tore through Season 1 on Apple TV+ and got hooked on its wild Florida chaos, you're probably dying to know what's next. Vince Vaughn's Andrew Yancy, with his sharp wit and knack for trouble, turned this Carl Hiaasen adaptation into a must-watch mix of crime, laughs, and sunny vibes. So, what's the deal with Bad Monkey Season 2? From release date guesses to who's coming back and what kind of mess Yancy's getting into next, here's everything we know so far. When Can We Expect Bad Monkey Season 2 to Drop? No official release date yet, but let's piece together what we know. Season 1 hit Apple TV+ on August 14, 2024, and wrapped on October 9, 2024, after filming from early 2022 to mid-2023. For Season 2, the writers are almost done with scripts, and cameras are set to roll in fall 2025, mostly in Los Angeles with some Florida shots for that authentic vibe. Based on typical production timelines, we're looking at a late 2025 to early 2026 premiere—maybe late summer or fall 2026 if post-production takes its time. Keep your eyes peeled for updates as filming kicks off. For now, it's a waiting game, but it'll be worth it! Who's Back for the Cast? Vince Vaughn is locked in as Andrew Yancy, the ex-cop turned health inspector who can't resist a juicy mystery. Fans on Reddit are calling his performance a 'total home run,' and we're pumped to see more of his sarcastic charm. But what about the rest of the crew? Season 1 didn't pull punches—characters like Eve (Meredith Hagner), Nick (Rob Delaney), and the Dragon Queen (Jodie Turner-Smith) got grim endings, so they're likely out. That said, showrunner Bill Lawrence teased keeping some 'key players' around. Natalie Martinez's Rosa, Yancy's on-again-off-again love interest, could be back despite their Season 1 split. John Ortiz as Ro, who dropped that cryptic 'What's in the car, man?' line in the finale, seems primed for a bigger role. Others like L. Scott Caldwell, Michelle Monaghan, or Alex Moffat might pop up for cameos, but don't hold your breath. New characters are definitely joining the party, and with Hiaasen's knack for colorful weirdos, expect some unforgettable additions. No word yet on casting announcements, but we'll keep you posted! What Will the Plot of Season 2 Be About? Season 1 adapted Carl Hiaasen's 2013 novel Bad Monkey , following Yancy as he investigated a severed arm and uncovered a web of corruption, greed, and environmental destruction across Florida and the Bahamas. With the novel's story wrapped up, many expected Season 2 to adapt Hiaasen's 2016 sequel, Razor Girl , which features Yancy tackling a new case involving a con artist named Merry Mansfield and a kidnapped talent agent. However, Bill Lawrence has confirmed that Season 2 will not adapt Razor Girl . Instead, it'll dive into an original storyline inspired by Hiaasen's style, with the author himself consulting to keep the vibe authentic. Expect more dark comedy, crime, and social commentary, with Yancy stumbling into another absurd mystery. The Season 1 finale hinted at a new case when Ro asked Yancy, 'What's in the car, man?'—a perfect setup for fresh chaos. Lawrence has also compared the show's format to The White Lotus , suggesting each season could introduce new characters and mysteries while keeping Yancy as the anchor. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
North Wales Chronicle
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- North Wales Chronicle
ITV Karen Pirie series 2: Full cast list and TV times
Lauren Lyle returns to play the title character, with the series again being adapted by Emer Kenny from one of Val McDermid's novels. Karen has now been promoted to the role of detective inspector and has a cold case to solve. The synopsis for season 2 says: "The 1984 case of Catriona and Adam Grant has confounded investigators and intrigued the public like no other. "Catriona, the charming young heiress to a vast oil fortune, and her two-year-old son Adam, were brutally kidnapped at gunpoint outside a fish and chip shop in Fife. "The ransom notes that followed stirred up an uncontrollable press storm, but when the culprits fell silent, the police faltered, and Catriona and Adam were never seen again." It continues: "Now, a man's body has been discovered, with indisputable links to the original kidnap. "With the first piece of evidence in decades, Karen must assemble an unbeatable team alongside her sincere and lovable sidekick DC Jason 'Mint' Murray (Chris Jenks) and the brilliant – but romantically complicated – DS Phil Parhatka (Zach Wyatt)." Speaking with the Radio Times about the new series, Lauren Lyle shared: "With a slight sense of not wanting it, she has become the boss and doesn't quite know what to do with that. She has the authority now, but she doesn't know what to do with it. "As she was in season 1, she naturally goes against the rules, and she naturally is very good at her job, but she doesn't necessarily know why or how she's doing it. "So we find her as the head of everyone, and it's still quite funny that she's very small and sarcastic and unsure, but somehow has to pull it all together." Karen Pirie series 2 full cast list Lauren Lyle as DI Karen Pirie Chris Jenks as DC Jason Murray Zach Wyatt as DS Phil Parhatka Steve John Shepherd as DCS Simon Lees Emer Kenny as River Wilde Rakhee Thakrar as Bel Richmond Saskia Ashdown as DC Isla Stark James Cosmo/Jamie Michie as Brodie Grant Frances Tomelty/Madeleine Worrall as Mary Grant John Michie/Jack Stewart as Fergus Sinclair 3 days left to catch up on Karen Pirie Season 1 before Season 2 drops! ⏰ That's 1 episode a day until Sunday, or refresh yourself with this very handy guide #KarenPirie #WhatToWatch #BritishDrama Julia Brown as Cat Grant Mark Rowley as Mick Prentice Kat Ronney as Bonnie Conor Berry as Andy Stuart Campbell as Kevin Thoren Ferguson as DI Anderson Helen Katamba as DC Laurel Blair James Fleet as TBC Tom Mannion as TBC Tommaso Basili as Gabriel Porteous Recommended reading: Everything to know on The Couple Next Door Series 2 starring Annabel Scholey 3 key things to know about new BBC drama Mix Tape that airs this week Everything to know on Channel 5's Murder Most Puzzling starring Phyllis Logan The first episode of Karen Pirie's second series will air at 8pm on ITV1 on Sunday, July 20. After that, the remaining two episodes will air in the same timeslot over the next two weeks. Episodes will be available to watch on ITVX after they have aired on TV.
South Wales Guardian
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
ITV Karen Pirie series 2: Full cast list and TV times
Lauren Lyle returns to play the title character, with the series again being adapted by Emer Kenny from one of Val McDermid's novels. Karen has now been promoted to the role of detective inspector and has a cold case to solve. The synopsis for season 2 says: "The 1984 case of Catriona and Adam Grant has confounded investigators and intrigued the public like no other. "Catriona, the charming young heiress to a vast oil fortune, and her two-year-old son Adam, were brutally kidnapped at gunpoint outside a fish and chip shop in Fife. "The ransom notes that followed stirred up an uncontrollable press storm, but when the culprits fell silent, the police faltered, and Catriona and Adam were never seen again." It continues: "Now, a man's body has been discovered, with indisputable links to the original kidnap. "With the first piece of evidence in decades, Karen must assemble an unbeatable team alongside her sincere and lovable sidekick DC Jason 'Mint' Murray (Chris Jenks) and the brilliant – but romantically complicated – DS Phil Parhatka (Zach Wyatt)." Speaking with the Radio Times about the new series, Lauren Lyle shared: "With a slight sense of not wanting it, she has become the boss and doesn't quite know what to do with that. She has the authority now, but she doesn't know what to do with it. "As she was in season 1, she naturally goes against the rules, and she naturally is very good at her job, but she doesn't necessarily know why or how she's doing it. "So we find her as the head of everyone, and it's still quite funny that she's very small and sarcastic and unsure, but somehow has to pull it all together." Karen Pirie series 2 full cast list Lauren Lyle as DI Karen Pirie Chris Jenks as DC Jason Murray Zach Wyatt as DS Phil Parhatka Steve John Shepherd as DCS Simon Lees Emer Kenny as River Wilde Rakhee Thakrar as Bel Richmond Saskia Ashdown as DC Isla Stark James Cosmo/Jamie Michie as Brodie Grant Frances Tomelty/Madeleine Worrall as Mary Grant John Michie/Jack Stewart as Fergus Sinclair 3 days left to catch up on Karen Pirie Season 1 before Season 2 drops! ⏰ That's 1 episode a day until Sunday, or refresh yourself with this very handy guide #KarenPirie #WhatToWatch #BritishDrama Julia Brown as Cat Grant Mark Rowley as Mick Prentice Kat Ronney as Bonnie Conor Berry as Andy Stuart Campbell as Kevin Thoren Ferguson as DI Anderson Helen Katamba as DC Laurel Blair James Fleet as TBC Tom Mannion as TBC Tommaso Basili as Gabriel Porteous Recommended reading: Everything to know on The Couple Next Door Series 2 starring Annabel Scholey 3 key things to know about new BBC drama Mix Tape that airs this week Everything to know on Channel 5's Murder Most Puzzling starring Phyllis Logan The first episode of Karen Pirie's second series will air at 8pm on ITV1 on Sunday, July 20. After that, the remaining two episodes will air in the same timeslot over the next two weeks. Episodes will be available to watch on ITVX after they have aired on TV.
Rhyl Journal
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
ITV Karen Pirie series 2: Full cast list and TV times
Lauren Lyle returns to play the title character, with the series again being adapted by Emer Kenny from one of Val McDermid's novels. Karen has now been promoted to the role of detective inspector and has a cold case to solve. The synopsis for season 2 says: "The 1984 case of Catriona and Adam Grant has confounded investigators and intrigued the public like no other. "Catriona, the charming young heiress to a vast oil fortune, and her two-year-old son Adam, were brutally kidnapped at gunpoint outside a fish and chip shop in Fife. "The ransom notes that followed stirred up an uncontrollable press storm, but when the culprits fell silent, the police faltered, and Catriona and Adam were never seen again." It continues: "Now, a man's body has been discovered, with indisputable links to the original kidnap. "With the first piece of evidence in decades, Karen must assemble an unbeatable team alongside her sincere and lovable sidekick DC Jason 'Mint' Murray (Chris Jenks) and the brilliant – but romantically complicated – DS Phil Parhatka (Zach Wyatt)." Speaking with the Radio Times about the new series, Lauren Lyle shared: "With a slight sense of not wanting it, she has become the boss and doesn't quite know what to do with that. She has the authority now, but she doesn't know what to do with it. "As she was in season 1, she naturally goes against the rules, and she naturally is very good at her job, but she doesn't necessarily know why or how she's doing it. "So we find her as the head of everyone, and it's still quite funny that she's very small and sarcastic and unsure, but somehow has to pull it all together." Karen Pirie series 2 full cast list Lauren Lyle as DI Karen Pirie Chris Jenks as DC Jason Murray Zach Wyatt as DS Phil Parhatka Steve John Shepherd as DCS Simon Lees Emer Kenny as River Wilde Rakhee Thakrar as Bel Richmond Saskia Ashdown as DC Isla Stark James Cosmo/Jamie Michie as Brodie Grant Frances Tomelty/Madeleine Worrall as Mary Grant John Michie/Jack Stewart as Fergus Sinclair 3 days left to catch up on Karen Pirie Season 1 before Season 2 drops! ⏰ That's 1 episode a day until Sunday, or refresh yourself with this very handy guide #KarenPirie #WhatToWatch #BritishDrama Julia Brown as Cat Grant Mark Rowley as Mick Prentice Kat Ronney as Bonnie Conor Berry as Andy Stuart Campbell as Kevin Thoren Ferguson as DI Anderson Helen Katamba as DC Laurel Blair James Fleet as TBC Tom Mannion as TBC Tommaso Basili as Gabriel Porteous Recommended reading: Everything to know on The Couple Next Door Series 2 starring Annabel Scholey 3 key things to know about new BBC drama Mix Tape that airs this week Everything to know on Channel 5's Murder Most Puzzling starring Phyllis Logan The first episode of Karen Pirie's second series will air at 8pm on ITV1 on Sunday, July 20. After that, the remaining two episodes will air in the same timeslot over the next two weeks. Episodes will be available to watch on ITVX after they have aired on TV.
Business Upturn
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
Beauty in Black Season 2: Release date, cast updates and what to expect next
By Aman Shukla Published on July 17, 2025, 18:00 IST Last updated July 17, 2025, 10:37 IST Tyler Perry's Beauty in Black hooked fans with its juicy drama, shocking twists, and unforgettable characters in Season 1. Now, everyone's buzzing about Season 2, dying to know what's next for Kimmie, the Bellarie family, and all the chaos they bring. If you're as obsessed as we are, here's the latest on Beauty in Black Season 2, including when it drops, who's back, and what wild drama to expect. When Is Beauty in Black Season 2 Coming Out? Good news, fans! Netflix has locked in September 11, 2025, for the premiere of Beauty in Black Season 2. Like the first season, it'll roll out in two parts, with the first batch of episodes—likely eight—hitting on that date. The second part should follow a few months later, possibly in early 2026. Tyler Perry's team wrapped filming earlier this year, so the wait won't be too brutal. Perry himself dropped hints on social media, saying the new season is 'coming sooner than you think,' and fans are already counting down the days. Cast Updates: Who's Returning for Season 2? The heart of Beauty in Black is its stellar cast, and most of the fan favorites are expected to return. Taylor Polidore Williams is back as Kimmie, the former exotic dancer who shook things up by marrying Horace Bellarie (played by Ricco Ross) in the Season 1 finale. Their marriage is sure to stir up trouble, especially with Horace's health on shaky ground—will he even make it through the season? Here's who else we expect to see: Crystle Stewart as Mallory Bellarie, the glamorous but ruthless beauty mogul fighting to keep her family's empire intact. Debbi Morgan as Olivia Bellarie, the sharp-tongued matriarch who's always scheming to stay on top. Amber Reign Smith as Rain, Kimmie's ride-or-die bestie who's been through it all. Julian Horton as Roy Bellarie, caught up in the family's power games. Steven G. Norfleet as Charles Bellarie, another key player in the Bellarie drama. Richard Lawson as Norman Bellarie, Horace's brother, adding more tension to the mix. No word yet on new faces, but knowing Tyler Perry, he's probably got some surprise characters up his sleeve to keep us guessing. What to Expect in Season 2 The Season 1 finale left audiences reeling with Kimmie's marriage to Horace, a strategic move to secure his fortune and outmaneuver his scheming family. Season 2 will dive deeper into Kimmie's transformation from underdog to a powerful force within the Bellarie empire. Expect intense power struggles as Mallory, Olivia, and others resist Kimmie's newfound control. The official synopsis hints at darker themes: Kimmie, once a sex worker under the Bellaries' employ, becomes 'an unstoppable force of vengeance' on a mission to rescue her kidnapped sister. This suggests a focus on Kimmie's quest for justice, alongside the unraveling of the Bellarie family's secrets, including their ties to an underground trafficking ring. Key storylines to watch: Kimmie's Rise to Power : How will Kimmie handle her new role as the Bellarie family's matriarch? Her marriage to Horace puts her at odds with his children and in-laws, setting the stage for explosive confrontations. Horace's Fate : With Horace on his deathbed in Season 1, will he survive to guide Kimmie, or will his passing shift the power dynamics further? Family Betrayals : The Bellarie family is no stranger to backstabbing. Olivia's blackmail schemes and Mallory's ambitions will likely fuel more drama. Rain's Journey: After a tumultuous Season 1, Rain's health and loyalty to Kimmie will be tested. Will she remain a steady ally? Tyler Perry has promised that Season 2 will be a 'wild ride,' with unexpected turns that no one will see coming. Fans can expect more of the soapy drama that made Season 1 a hit. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
